ULTRA PROCESSED FOODS: DO WE NEED TO GIVE THEM UP?

Did you know that over 50% of the average adult’s diet—and 65% of a child’s diet—in the UK is made up of ultra-processed foods (UPFs)? 🍞 In this eye-opening episode of Food for Thought, I’m joined by the incredible Dr Giles Yeo @gilesyeo , a renowned geneticist specialising in obesity and how our brain controls food intake. 🧠 💡 Hormones: Dr Yeo explains how hormones influence our brain's hunger signals and why this matters for weight management. 🌸 Menopause: Discover how hormonal changes during menopause can drastically alter how your body reacts to diet and exercise. 🍞 UPFs: Get the real story on ultra-processed foods—why they’re not all inherently ‘bad,’ but why their prevalence is concerning. 🥗 Healthy Eating: Why is it so hard to access healthy foods? We discuss the barriers that make nutritious options less accessible to many. 🍦 Childhood Obesity: Shockingly, 1 in 4 children under the age of 5 or 6 are overweight. Learn how the cost of living crisis is making it a privilege to eat well—something that shouldn’t be the case. 🏫 School Dinners: Find out why schools are turning to more processed foods to cut costs and the impact this has on the quality of food for children. 💉 Ozempic: Dr Yeo sheds light on the use of weight loss injections like Ozempic and the broader implications of these treatments. 👩‍⚕️ Seek Help: If you’re struggling with weight or diet-related health issues, remember to consult a medical professional for guidance. -------------------------------------------------------- 🌱 Discover our range of vegan supplements at Rhitrition+ - https://rhitritionplus.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhitrition/ https://www.instagram.com/rhitritionclinic/ https://www.instagram.com/rhitritionplus/ 📚 Books by Rhiannon Lambert: The Science of Plant-Based Nutrition | https://amzn.eu/d/hzwBnvx The Science of Nutrition | https://amzn.eu/d/8KkqN5T ReNourish: A Simple Way to Eat Well | https://amzn.eu/d/7KH13Is Deliciously Healthy Pregnancy | https://amzn.eu/d/fzkvkbK Top of Your Game: Eating for Mind and Body | https://amzn.eu/d/fzkvkbK #foodforthought #obesityawareness #UPF #genetics #healthylivingtips #childhoodobesity #nutritionmatters #healthydiets #schoolmeals